Arts Council Named Finalist

The Huntington Arts Council has been named a finalist in the Pilot Benefits Innovation Award category in The Second Annual Long Island Imagine Awards. Launching in spring 2013, the Huntington Arts Council's SPARKBOOM™ initiative was designed as a collective initiative to create vibrant events and opportunities to foster Long Island's emerging creative talent. Winners will be named at a gala at Crest Hollow Country Club on May 6. More than 120 entries were submitted for consideration in 5 categories, including Innovation, Leadership Excellence, Social Entrepreneurism, Rising Star, and Social Impact. The Huntington Arts Council is one of four finalists in the Innovation category for its SPARKBOOM™ initiative. "Long Island is rich with both creative talent and creative opportunities. The SPARKBOOM™ mission is to connect young emerging artists with the establishments and professionals in creative careers. When that happens, there's a wonderful, mutually beneficial exchange that happens as both sides bring unique perspectives and talents to the table. We're thrilled to be an Imagine Awards Finalist as a result of our efforts." said Diana Cherryholmes, Executive Director of the Huntington Arts Council. Finalists were chosen by Long Island business professionals during preliminary judging. Members of the Awards' Distinguished Judging Panel selected the Imagine Awards winners from among the Finalists during final judging. “Being named a Finalist in The Long Island Imagine Awards is an important achievement,” said Ken Cerini, Founder of the Long Island Imagine Awards. “It means that independent business executives have agreed that the nominee is worthy of recognition for their innovation, leadership, entrepreneurism, and sustainability. Congratulations to all of the Finalists on their achievement.” Details about Long Island Imagine Awards and the list of finalists in all categories are available at http://www.ceriniandassociates.com/imagine-awards.